Assistant Teaching Professor of Astronomy

Emory University Physics Department; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University in Atlanta, GA seeks applicants for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Astronomy in the Department of Physics beginning in Fall 2027.

The successful applicant’s responsibilities will include teaching of astrophysics and introductory astronomy as well as other courses in the undergraduate physics curriculum, maintaining undergraduate research projects in astronomy, including sustained mentorship of undergraduate students, and teaching and coordinating

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or Astronomy preferred; candidates with related fields considered.
• Experience directing undergraduate research is desirable.
• Proven success in undergraduate teaching at college level.

Responsibilities

• Teach astrophysics and introductory astronomy and other undergraduate physics courses.
• Maintain undergraduate research projects and mentor students.
• Teach and coordinate astronomy laboratories.
• Oversee undergraduate research programs and participate in outreach events.

Skills

Teaching

Undergraduate mentoring

Course coordination

Outreach coordination

Education

PhD in Physics or Astronomy

Job description

Emory University in Atlanta, GA seeks applicants for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Astronomy in the Department of Physics beginning in Fall 2027. The successful applicant’s responsibilities will include (a) teaching of astrophysics and introductory astronomy as well as other courses in the undergraduate physics curriculum, (b) maintaining undergraduate research projects in astronomy, including sustained mentorship of undergraduate students, and (c) teaching and coordinating astronomy laboratories. Additional responsibilities may include overseeing the Physics Department’s programs in undergraduate research, and organizing and participating in outreach events. Emory’s facilities include a Zeiss Skymaster planetarium, an on-site 24" telescope, and a 25-foot diameter radio telescope.

This is a career-track position with full faculty governance rights and responsibilities, competitive salary and benefits, with potential for regular term renewal and promotion through the teaching track ranks. The candidate will join a cohesive group of tenure- (18) and teaching-track (4) faculty in our department. The candidate will be committed to excelling professionally in a department of supportive colleagues who believe that excellence is achieved both individually and collectively. Our faculty, staff, and students contribute to a thriving community of educators and scholars and seek colleagues who are dedicated to joining us in this mission. To find out more about our department and our facilities, please see our web page at http://www.physics.emory.edu/.

A PhD in Physics or Astronomy is preferred, but the candidate may hold a PhD in a closely related field with substantial experience in related areas. The successful candidate will ideally have a demonstrated track record of directing undergraduate research and success in teaching at the undergraduate level.